Tsum Valley Trek — 17 Days · 17 days. Questions about dates, fitness or altitude? A trek planner will answer.

17 days
Tsum Valley Trek
Explore the Tsum Valley Trek in 17 days, immersing yourself in Tibetan culture and the remarkable landscapes of the Manaslu region.
From
$1,770
Deposit $355
Trip facts
- Duration
- 17 days
- Highest altitude
- 3,700 m
- Best seasons
- March–May · September–November
Elevation profile

Overview
The Tsum Valley trek enters a restricted cultural corridor of monasteries and quiet villages north of the Budhi Gandaki. Seventeen days use private road approaches from Kathmandu with teahouse lodging and careful pacing. It suits Classic Fit walkers seeking cultural depth over high summit objectives.
Map
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Highlights
What sets this journey apart
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Dates & price
- From
- $1,770 per person
- Deposit
- $355
- Duration
- 17 days
Pick a departure from the calendar and pay the deposit to hold your place. Want a date that isn't listed? Ask us.
Itinerary
Day by day
After the trail
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Essentials
What's covered
Included
Leader & guide
- Licensed English-speaking trip leader with wilderness first-aid training.
Accommodation
- Kathmandu 4★ twin-share; teahouses on trail; paid upgrades available.
Internal flights
- No Lukla flights; private road approaches to the Tsum trailhead as itinerary.
Airport transfers
- ETE representative EV private-vehicle pickup at Tribhuvan International Airport; trip briefing on arrival day; local tra
Permits & fees
- Tsum restricted-area permits and conservation fees as required.
Porter service
- Shared porter support for duffel bags within stated weight limits.
Kathmandu meals
- City hub meals as listed on arrival and soft-close days.
Ground transportation
- Private vehicle transfers only (airport, city, and trailhead sectors as itinerary) — no shared public road transport.
Not included
Trail meals
- Teahouse meals on trail are usually guest-paid unless stated otherwise.
International flights
- Your international airfare to/from Nepal is not included.
Travel insurance
- Mandatory altitude-capable insurance with heli-evac is guest-arranged.
Nepal visa
- On-arrival or e-visa fees are guest-paid.
Personal equipment
- Boots, sleeping bag hire, and personal kit are not included.
Tips & gratuities
- Tips for guides and porters are customary and guest-paid.
Personal expenses
- Snacks, drinks, charging, Wi-Fi, and laundry are guest-paid.
Extra accommodation
- City upgrades beyond included 4★ twin-share are guest-paid.
Questions
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Flights & buffer days
Your adventure begins with an ETE representative welcoming you at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Following your arrival, you will have a trip briefing that evening. The trek to Tsum Valley is accessed via private road transfers, and it's wise to build in buffer days for any potential road or permit delays. This trek does not require flights to Everest, ensuring a more direct access to your hiking experience.

On this trek · manaslu-conservation-area
Restricted trails. Quiet culture. Fair loads.
Honor permits. Pack out. Treat crew equity as non-negotiable.
Whole-team stewardship
Packing
What to pack
Tsum Valley Trek — 17 Days kit — counts for one person.
- 01
Base layers
Moisture-wicking tops and bottoms for warm days and cold evenings.
- 02
Insulation & shell
Mid-layer fleece plus waterproof shell jacket and pants.
- 03
Footwear
Broken-in trekking boots; camp shoes for lodges.
- 04
Sleeping gear
Warm sleeping bag rated for high camps; liner optional.
- 05
Day pack essentials
25–35L pack, water bottles, snacks, sun protection, layers.
- 06
Toiletries
Biodegradable soap, quick-dry towel, personal hygiene kit.
- 07
Documents & money
Passport, visas, insurance, cash for trail meals and tips.
- 08
First aid & meds
Personal meds, blister kit, altitude meds if prescribed.





